Lab Animal Aide-U
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About the Department
The Laboratory Animal Medical Services (LAMS) department in the Office of Research at the University of Cincinnati provides husbandry and veterinary care to all vertebrate animals used in research, teaching, and testing.
Job Overview
LAMS is seeking to fill a Laboratory Animal Aide (LAA) position. The LAA will be responsible for cleaning, preparing, and sterilizing all caging and supplies used for animals. This position will require someone who has attention to detail and good communication, self-starting ability, capable of following safety procedures, standing for long periods of time, and effective troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
LAMS also has a flexible start time, overtime pay availability, and an Upward Mobility program that allows you to be promoted when eligible to the next level with a pay increase.
UNUSUAL WORKING CONDITIONS: Subject to animal bites and diseases; exposure to animal waste, urine, feces, blood, dander (allergens), and odors; exposure to dust, hot water and steam.
Essential Functions
- Operate cage washing equipment and autoclaves. Maintain the flow of clean and dirty equipment to ensure the integrity of sanitized and sterilized equipment.
- Maintain corridors, support rooms, and procedures rooms in a clean and orderly fashion.
- Maintain transportation vehicles per SOPs.
- Prepare cages for receipt of animals.
- May package animal carcasses and inventory supplies and animals.
- Clean animal areas, including cages, research areas, and feed and bedding areas. Disinfect and sanitize animal holding rooms, support rooms, and equipment.
- Maintain and rotate supplies.
- Perform related duties based on departmental need.
Minimum Requirements
- Must have a high school diploma or GED.
- Some positions may require a current valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record.
Physical Requirements/Work Environment
- Must pass a physical examination and test negative for active infectious tuberculosis prior to starting employment. Must have the ability to lift up 40 pounds.
Compensation and Benefits
UC offers a wide array of complementary and affordable benefit options, to meet the financial, educational, health, and wellness needs of you and your family. Eligibility varies by position and FTE.
- Competitive pay rate of $19.23/hour.
- Comprehensive insurance plans including medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage.
- Flexible spending accounts and an award-winning employee wellness program, plus an employee assistance program.
- Financial security via our life and long-term disability insurance, accident and illness insurance, and retirement savings plans.
- Generous paid time off work options including vacation, sick leave, annual holidays, and winter season days in addition to paid parental leave.
- Tuition remission is available for employees and their eligible dependents.
- Enjoy discounts for on and off-campus activities and services.
For questions about the UC recruiting process or to request accommodations with the application, please contact Human Resources at jobs@uc.edu.
The University of Cincinnati is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
REQ: 95791
Lab Animal Aide-U
Cincinnati, OH, US
Nearest Major Market: Cincinnati
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